What
is Coaching? Coaching is a relationship
with a professional who encourages you to be the best you
can be personally and professionally. The Coach is someone
who asks, "What is it that you want and how can I help
you to get it."

What is the
aim of Coaching?The aim of coaching
is to assist clients to improve performance of specific
tasks and enhance the quality of their lives.

The Coaches
job is to:

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Act as a resource and a partner

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Assist in identifying goals

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Encourage action and movement

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Provide structure and accountability

Coaches help individuals
create a life of integrity by exploring their values and
incorporating them into their daily life. People who are
attracted to Coaching are those who want a life that is
effective, satisfying, and easy.

Who hires
a Coach?

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Individuals

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Couples

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Families

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Corporations

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Businesses

Top 10 Reasons To
Hire a Coach::
Thomas Leonard / Coach U

1.

You will
set far better goals that motivate you in a healthy
way.

2.

You'll
accomplish goals, tasks, and projects much more quickly.

3.

You'll
make fewer mistakes in your business life or in your
personal life.

4.

You'll
move up to the next level of your professional and personal
life.

5.

You'll
reduce the number of problems you have and better resolve
the problems that are left.

6.

You'll
likely make more money in your career, profession or
business.

7.

You'll
be a lot happier and this happiness will last.

8.

You'll
be much more effective and influential with others:
family, business and personal relationships.

9.

You'll
become much more attractive to others - on the inside
and on the outside.

10.

You'll
have a better life, not just a better lifestyle.

What can I expect to get from hiring a Coach?

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Enhanced quality of life

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Improved performance

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Skills
for success

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Excellent health

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Positive outlook

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Insight

Why does Coaching work?

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The Coach / Client relationship is an equal one

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The focus is on the whole, not just the parts

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Goals
are set and tolerations are eliminated

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Needs
and values are explored

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Meetings are frequent and the client is held accountable

How do
I find a Coach that I like?The International
Coaching Federation (ICF) is the most complete source of
all Coaches. You can access their website at www.coachfederation.com.
The newest directory at www.findacoach.com can help you find a specific type of Coach in any geographical
location. From there you can choose someone whose advertisement
resonates with you.

How much does it cost?The cost of Coaching
varies widely depending on the type of Coaching required.
Most Coaches offer a free 30-minute Coaching session where
you can ask questions and determine costs.

Tips for Hiring a Coach:Ask the Coach to
provide information regarding:

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Credentials - do you belong to the ICF and is your training
through a recognized certified Coaching program?